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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 19, 2026

New York cannot afford another Sandy – that’s why my administration continues to make historic investments in climate resiliency and infrastructure projects to prepare for future weather events.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 19, 2026

When Superstorm Sandy hit our shores, it upended the lives, homes, and businesses of millions of Long Islanders.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 19, 2026

These investments will help municipalities modernize aging systems and deliver the clean, reliable and affordable water that New Yorkers expect and deserve.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 19, 2026

New York is investing billions in water infrastructure because protecting public health and supporting local communities go hand-in-hand.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 19, 2026

For too many families, homeownership is out of reach, which is why I created the MOVE-IN NY program.

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Jim Risch
@jimrisch· Republican · ID· Jun 19, 2026

I urge the Senate to pass them quickly so these treasured resources can continue serving Idahoans for generations to come.

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Jim Risch
@jimrisch· Republican · ID· Jun 19, 2026

There is no question that Idahoans care deeply about our public lands and water systems. The responsible, commonsense bills passed out of committee will help maintain our public lands, prevent critical water infrastructure from falling…

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

I look at this as a moment in time to kind of pause, reassess, making sure my commitment to this role is exactly as it’s always been.

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

I’m a public school advocate, and I will use any tool in the box to help us reach the potential for our students that live in the state of Rhode Island.

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

The moratorium is going to give us a chance to really work through those issues, and also continue to make sure that the charter schools are delivering and helping us achieve the goal that I’ve set, to help us meet or exceed Massachusetts…

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Henry McMaster
@henrymcmaster· Republican · SC· Jun 18, 2026

AmbioPharm’s expansion in Aiken County is a testament to the advantages of doing business in South Carolina and the opportunities available here. By adding 202 new jobs, the company is strengthening our local economy and deepening our…

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

As a governor, a father, and grandfather, my heart is heavy thinking of the tragedies these survivors and their families have endured. This legislation will help deliver justice that so many are owed.

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

I want to be clear: my fight for affordability is far from over.

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Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Jun 18, 2026

This budget keeps our promises to Rhode Islanders: delivering affordability, protecting vulnerable residents from harmful federal cuts, and continuing to invest in the schools, housing, and infrastructure that support good-paying jobs and…

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

So when you look at this achievement, I believe it is the longest, longest transmission line underground in North America… This is typical New York. We want to be the best, the boldest, the longest, the fastest and the champions.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

I believed in this project and literally kept an eye on it and wondering why it wasn't moving forward. So I was Governor for literally three months, and this got approved by the PSC because I said, 'Let's get this done.'

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

Babcock-Hovey is a gem along Seneca Lake, and this conservation achievement is a prime example of how the historic Bond Act is helping expand public access and protect drinking water in the Finger Lakes.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

These two transformative developments in East Flatbush bring the promise of the Vital Brooklyn Initiative to life – creating affordable apartments and expanding access to health and community services in an area of the city that has been…

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

People sometimes just need a little extra help in life, and this home gives them a purpose. It gives them security. It gives them the sense of dignity that is sometimes so overlooked when we don't take care of people and their families. So…

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

Working with my team and RuthAnne, we developed a $25 billion affordable housing package to build 100,000 units across the state of New York. And my friends, we are now ahead of schedule, and projects like this with 1,000 units are all…

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

Vulnerable homeowners are being targeted by fraudsters, and as Governor, I will not stand for this and remain committed to protecting homeowners, especially our most vulnerable ones, from this despicable crime.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

Owning a home is the cornerstone of the American Dream, and every New Yorker deserves a chance to build that foundation for their family.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

We'll continue to change the law to uphold this, what we've done here... Empower the communities and engage in evictions and ownership in dispute proceedings, just so someone, while they're in proceedings, doesn’t have their livelihood…

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 18, 2026

Homeowners are being targeted by despicable criminals... The HOPP program, which funds the opportunity to educate people on the rights of the defendant used to be funded about $20 million dollars a year. When I became Governor, I doubled…

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